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BTC can give you career-ready skills in two years or less!

At BTC, we value our out of state students and want to make going to college just a little easier. That’s why we offer the BTC Tuition Waiver. New students are evaluated for this tuition waiver from the admissions application, reducing the cost of tuition.

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Apply to BTC &amp Financial Aid

It’s easy and free to apply for admission!

Explore your Options

BTC offers a variety of exciting educational opportunities. Whether you have decided on a program of study, or not, there is a lot of information available to help you understand your options. Use the following resources while exploring your potential pathways.

You will be assigned a Student Identification Number (SID) within three business days of applying to BTC.

Plan ahead! Several BTC programs have additional admissions prerequisites/requirements which must be completed before you can be considered program ready. Visit the Program &amp Degrees page for details.

For further information regarding admissions to special programs or applying online, contact the Admissions &amp Student Resource Center at 360-752-8345 or admissions@btc.edu with questions.

Apply for Financial Aid

Submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) online at http://www.fafsa.ed.gov. It’s easy and should take only about 30 minutes to complete. This step is highly recommended, however, not required for admission.

You’ll need:

An FSA ID from the Department of Education site. This helps them identify you when accessing your information and acts as your electronic signature. If you are a dependent of your parent or guardian, they will need their own FSA ID. Get your FSA ID here.

Income records, such as W2s, copies of federal tax returns, and SSI benefits for the previous year. Dependent students will need their parents’ or guardians’ income records.

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You’ll receive a Student Aid Report (SAR) from the Department of Education. This is a summary of the information you provided. Review the SAR carefully. Make any necessary corrections online or contact Financial Aid at finaid@btc.edu for help.

Other financial aid may be available to you outside of the FAFSA application. For more information, visit the Student Financial Resources page.

Assess Your Starting Point

Assessing Your Starting Point

Submit High School English and/or math GPAs from within the last five years for evaluation

Submit SAT and ACT test scores for evaluation

Submit other test scores for evaluation (Compass, Asset, etc.)

New! BTC is now implementing the use of the Smarter Balance 11th Grade Assessment for possible placement into English and math college courses

Take the ACCUPLACER Assessment

Students must take the ACCUPLACER Assessment to evaluate reading, math, and grammar skills if their GPA or test scores do not meet the minimum requirements after evaluation, or if they have not taken any of the tests listed above.

The ACCUPLACER assessment is not a pass/fail test – it simply measures your current skill level. Your scores will help you choose the right classes, make a plan, and obtain any needed support services. Starting with the ACCUPLACER means a more successful college experience.

No appointment is needed to take the ACCUPLACER assessment – just pay the $25 fee to the BTC Cashier, Campus Store, or Campus Store Online, and bring your receipt to your test. You will also need to bring your government issued photo identification such as a driver's license, Tribal ID, TWIC card, or passport. Plan to spend about two hours taking the exam.

Weekly ACCUPLACER Assessment Schedule:

Mon-Fri 8:30am-5pm (arrive by 3pm)

We recommend you refresh and review your skills before you take the test.

EdReady can help you prepare for the ACCUPLACER, GED Exam, or your next math class. It shows what you will need to study for the goals you choose and gives you a customized plan to gain mastery. Go to https://btc.edready.org/home to sign up! (Use Firefox when creating your account)

Accuplacer study guides:

Khan Academy produces micro-lectures in the form of YouTube videos. In addition to micro-lectures, the organization's website features practice exercises and tools for educators. All resources are available for free on their website: https://www.khanacademy.org/.

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Advising &amp Registration

Let’s get you enrolled!

Advising &amp Registration Session

Students must attend a mandatory Advising & Registration session. This session is facilitated by Academic and Career Advisors who will guide you in learning how to navigate the BTC website, find computer and campus resources that have been designed to assist you with your transition to BTC, and register for classes.

Important Notes:

The ACCUPLACER assessment must be completed prior to attending the session.

Bring your Student ID number and a copy of your ACCUPLACER assessment scores to the session.

If you have prior college credit, please review our Transcript Evaluation Process and bring an unofficial copy of your transcripts to the session.

Once you have completed the ACCUPLACER assessment, or your transcripts have been evaluated, you may sign up for a group Advising & Registration session.

If you are receiving L & I benefits, need an accommodation, or you cannot attend an Advising & Registration session before the quarter begins, please contact the Admissions and Student Resource Center at 360-752-8345.

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New Student Orientation

The New Student Orientation is for new students to make connections, learn about resources available to them, hear useful tips for college success, and meet faculty members. This is a great opportunity to explore BTC’s campus and mingle with other new students.

Fall Quarter New Student Orientation is on Friday, September 15th or Monday, September 18th from 10:00am-12:30pm. You can sign up online at our Entry Services Calendar. The orientation will take place in Settlemyer Hall, located in Campus Center.

There are also two optional Computer Boot Camp sessions that will take place in the BTC Library, located on the 3rd floor of Campus Center at 9:00am.

If you have any questions please contact the Admissions and Student Resource Center at 360-752-8345 or admissions@btc.edu.

Pay Tuition and Fees

You are considered officially enrolled when your tuition and fees are paid in-full. Tuition and fees are due in-full by the date indicated on the College Calendar.

Tuition and fees are subject to change without notice. To view current tuition and fee rates, and for information regarding the BTC Tuition Waiver of Nonresident Operating Fee Differential, please visit our Tuition & Fees webpage.

Pay online with a Visa or MasterCard credit (not debit) card, or pay at the Cashier window, located on the main floor of the College Services (CS) building, where you may use cash, check, Visa, MasterCard, or financial aid award.

Textbooks

Find textbook lists or take your printed class schedule to the Campus Store, located in the Campus Center (CC) building. Tip: We do NOT recommend purchasing texts for any other quarter than the current one in which you are registered.

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If you are taking any online or hybrid classes, be sure to setup and check your BTC email for instructions on how to access your classes.
To setup your email and explore your online classes, please visit the Student Login page.